Aurelien Tchouameni - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Doesn't play vs. Morocco Tchouameni (thigh) was an unused substitute in Thursday's 2-0 win over Morocco in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.

Impact Manager Didier Deschamps reportedly waited for Tchouameni until the very last minute, but the midfielder not only remained on the bench, but he also didn't see any minutes at all. It remains to be seen if he'll be fit to play in the semifinals next Tuesday, with Manu Kone expected to keep his place in the XI if the Real Madrid midfielder isn't fit to feature in the upcoming game.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Man Utd snubbed by Aurelien Tchouameni and Real Madrid as midfielder's new salary revealed

Manchester United have seen their pursuit of Aurelien Tchouameni come to an abrupt end after the Frenchman committed his future to Real Madr...

1 DAY AGO • goal

Man Utd snubbed by Aurelien Tchouameni and Real Madrid as midfielder's new salary revealed

Better but availability in doubt Tchouameni (thigh) has improved after missing the previous match and training individually Monday and Tuesday, but remains a game-time decision for Thursday against Morocco, coach...

Impact Tchouameni missed the previous match with a thigh injury before working individually on Monday and Tuesday. The national team coach Didier Deschamps declined to confirm his availability against Morocco, noting he may take part in training and that a decision is still pending. However, with the assessment coming so close to kickoff, the midfielder appears unlikely to start, with Manu Kone tipped to fill in as he did versus Paraguay.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starts to train individually Tchouameni (thigh) was back in individual training and remains doubtful for Thursday's match against Morocco, according to Hugo Delom of L'Equipe.

Impact Tchouameni was back in individual training as he tries to recover from a thigh injury, but is still not trending in the right direction, as he remains in doubt to face Morocco. That said, this raises the question of how much he will be able to play, even if he is available, possibly only used from the bench if really needed. He remains a player the French team hopes to gain back, as he is set to start in the midfield for the team when fit and hold down an anchor role.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Close call for Morocco Tchouameni was absent from France's training session Sunday due to a thigh injury and could return to training by Wednesday to test his condition, though the medical staff want to...

Impact Tchouameni's participation in France's upcoming quarterfinal is considered highly uncertain at this stage. The thigh issue kept him out of Sunday's training session, leaving him with limited time to build up match fitness before kickoff. He has reportedly brought in outside specialists he regularly works with to speed up his recovery. With France not back on the field until later in the week, his availability will remain a key storyline to track, with the staff showing no willingness to rush him given the stakes ahead. If Tchouameni can't recover in time, Manu Kone will be the one starting in the midfield alongside Adrien Rabiot.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out of training Sunday Tchouameni (thigh) was not in training Sunday following Saturday's 1-0 win over Paraguay, according to Loic Tanzi of L'Equipe.

Impact Tchouameni was once again out of training after he was absent from Saturday's win, suffering from a thigh injury. This keeps him on the outside looking in as they prepare to face Morocco, with his unavailability a real issue for France against likely their strongest opponent yet. With France set to take the field again Thursday, he will not have much time to recover, potentially leading Manu Kone to start again.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury, out Saturday Tchouameni was injured in training Friday ahead of Saturday's round of 16 match against Paraguay and will miss out due to a thigh injury, according to Fabrice Hawkins of RMC Sport....

Impact Tchouameni was taken out of training Friday after feeling discomfort in his thigh and will now miss out on the round of 16, as the injury is either too much or they don't want to risk him as a heavy favorite. He has started in three games for the French squad this World Cup, so this is a major loss as they control the middle of the field. Manu Kone is expected to enter the starting XI in his place, a player who has started twice and is a viable replacement. The good news for French fans is that Tchouameni is only expected to miss around four days, back for the quarterfinals if France advance.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 3 • SI.COM

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Diverse output Tuesday Tchouameni generated one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 3-0 victory against Sweden.

Impact Tchouameni made his presence felt on both the offensive and defensive ends while occupying his usual position as the most defensive-minded member of France's midfield versus Sweden. He has now totaled four chances created, 13 tackles (10 won), five interceptions and one assist over three full matches played at the international tournament. Up next is a tricky midfield duel against Paraguay, but Tchouameni should stay put as a consistent aerial and defensive force, potentially adding some creative stats to his production.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Seven tackles in victory Tchouameni assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 4-1 win against Norway. In addition, he was given a yello...

Impact Tchouameni was France's most impressive midfielder in Friday's 4-1 win over Norway, delivering the assist for Ousmane Dembele's hat-trick goal with a precise pass, registering one cross, two key passes and seven tackles (six won) across his 90 minutes in a box-to-box display that combined defensive authority with creative contribution. The Real Madrid midfielder also registered two interceptions, making him the most physically dominant player on the pitch from either side and the clear man of the match outside of Dembele's hat-trick. His combination of ball-winning, progressive carrying and decisive passing make him one of the most complete midfielders remaining at the tournament, and his performances across three group games have established him as the engine of a France side that heads into the round of 32 with a perfect record.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Tchouameni (adductor) returned to training Tuesday and participated in a small-sided game session, showing no apparent discomfort, according to L'Equipe.

Impact Tchouameni had been absent from Sunday's session and remained on the bench without warming up during Monday's 3-0 victory over Iraq, making his return to the training pitch an encouraging development heading into the group stage finale against Norway. The Real Madrid midfielder appeared to move freely during the session, which was conducted alongside several New England Revolution reserve players. France face Norway in Foxborough with a draw sufficient to secure top spot in Group I, and Tchouameni's potential availability gives coach Didier Deschamps a key defensive midfield option back in contention for what remains an important fixture despite qualification already being secured.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Tchouamnei (undisclosed) is on the bench for Monday's match against Iraq.

Impact Tchouameni had some worries around him after he didn't appear in training Sunday, but is still with his team, only servicable from the bench. He could potentially see the field but may also be held out to preserve his health, facing an Iraq team that France expects to take down no problem. Either way, his addition is good news, appearing ready for the rest of the tournament moving forward.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Missing from training Tchouameni was not at training ahead of Monday's match against Iraq, according to the French federation, per Hugo Delom of L'Equipe. He stayed in the room to ride a bike and take c...

Impact Tchouameni was not in training Sunday ahead of Monday's match, but it appears to be a minor worry, with the midfielder possibly just managing fitness. However, after starting in their opener, this is still something to monitor. Either way, the team is expected to rotate after the massive win in their opener, potentially only playing from the bench either way.

JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 18 • goal

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Anchors midfield against Senegal Tchouameni had three tackles (two won) and two interceptions in Tuesday's 3-1 win over Senegal.

Impact Tchouameni anchored the midfield in front of France's back line during a sluggish first half from both teams, helping limit the damage after Mike Maignan's fortunate escape from an own goal. His positioning and ball-winning presence sharpened after the break as France found another gear, helping establish the control that led to Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise linking up for the opening goal. Tchouameni finished with three tackles (two won) and two clearances, and his defensive discipline will continue to be a key piece of France's push toward the knockout stage.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

You could hear Maignan scream after Tchouaméni stepped on his toe

JUNE 16 • FOX SPORTS

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JUNE 4 • FOX SPORTS

Tchouameni: 'A lot of nonsense' written about Valverde bust-up Another trophyless season for Real Madrid was capped by a training-ground bust-up between Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde.

MAY 31 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Defensive shield in midfield Tchouameni has been named in France's World Cup squad and is expected to be the cornerstone of coach Didier Deschamps' midfield structure throughout the competition.

Impact Tchouameni closed out a challenging season as one of Real Madrid's key midfield anchors, delivering the defensive stability and ball-winning presence that frees up the more creative talents around him to thrive. His ability to break up opposition play, cover serious ground, and instantly shift from defense into attack makes him a cornerstone of France's midfield setup, with coach Didier Deschamps expected to lean heavily on him to shield the back line throughout the tournament. He heads into the World Cup off a demanding year in Madrid with two goals and one assist to go along with 92 tackles, 73 interceptions, and 79 clearances in 46 appearances (44 starts) across all competitions, and he is projected to lock down a starting role in midfield alongside either Adrien Rabiot, Manu Kone, Warren Zaire-Emery, or veteran N'Golo Kante.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 18 • FOX SPORTS

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MAY 14 • goal

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MAY 13 • goal

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MAY 12 • Associated Press

Poor in loss Tchouameni registered three shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Barcelona.

Impact Tchouameni took three shots during Sunday's loss, desperate to get on the scoresheet and give his side a hope. In the end he was unable to do so, as all three of his shots went off target and Tchouameni was left with nothing to do in the loss. Tchouameni tends to be more defensively minded, so it's clear the club was throwing everything at the wall when he pops up for three shots.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

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